Automation Technician - Fixed Term Contract

West Pharmaceutical Services•Tempe, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is a fixed-term contract projected to last 9 months. The position offers benefits, training, and full time hours. A $1,000 bonus will be offered at 12 & 24 weeks for those that complete these milestone dates. At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future? There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families. We believe in giving West embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We foster an environment where all individuals are safe, treated fairly, valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Where permitted by law, employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of post-offer background screening.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Required
1 year experience with troubleshooting manufacturing machinery.

Nice To Haves

Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
Support and contribute in Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times
Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times.

Responsibilities

Logically troubleshoots and repairs the pilot assembly line and related bench top equipment.
Assists shift lead in maintaining quality of finished product through proper machine operation.
Responsible for maintaining spare parts inventory with a proper cataloging of parts.
Provide a timely notification to shift lead of maintenance issues and downtime.
Reviews line history and documentation to enhance line efficiencies. Follows escalation plan to minimize downtime.
Maintains and updates all equipment log books with accurate repair/adjustment information.
Interfaces daily with shift leader and technician at shift change.
Contributes to continuous process improvement efforts to reduce scrap, cycle times, improve efficiency, and eliminate waste.
Provides a “Customer Service” attitude when interacting with internal and external customers while accomplishing work, production, and achieving quality standards.
Maintains a clean, orderly and safe workstation and environment at all times.
Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and safety rules.
Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.
Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs.
Maintain and promote a safe and clean work environment throughout the maintenance department
Instruct, train, guide and assist other maintenance personnel as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs.
Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.
Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.